Solve the Problem $$\begin{array} { l l l l l } 159 & 150 & 186 & 105 & 197 \\130 & 172 & 121 & 116 & 125\end{array}$$

question 36

Multiple Choice

Solve the problem.
-The coefficient of variation, expressed as a percent, is used to describe the standard deviation relative to the mean. It allows us to compare variability of data sets with different measurement units and is calculated as
Follows:
Coefficient of variation = 100 (s/x )
Find the coefficient of variation for the following sample of weights (in pounds) : $$\begin{array} { l l l l l } 159 & 150 & 186 & 105 & 197 \\130 & 172 & 121 & 116 & 125\end{array}$$

• A) 26.5%
• B) 18.9%
• C) 21.6%
• D) 23.7%

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